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AK04 UUS

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,363 mi
Last recorded76,363 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2018
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK04 UUS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2018 76,363 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 70,315 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 64,375 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2016 64,375 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 57,790 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2015 57,789 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 51,052 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 43,953 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 33,675 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 24,393 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 22,795 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 21,229 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 May 2008 19,567 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 19,567 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 28 May 2007 18,092 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Bora?

Based on 807,643 MOT tests across 55,862 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
7,371
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
55,862
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32,842
position lamp(s) not working 23,390
Stop lamp not working 16,637
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,104
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 13,096
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AK04 UUS is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Bora models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 92,898 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Bora fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 32,842 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK04 UUS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Bora typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 22 years old, this Volkswagen Bora is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK04 UUS registered?

AK04 UUS is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 8 April 2004.

Is AK04 UUS safe to buy?

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